Darth vader 3D printed helmet | Painting tips for movie style finish! Darth Vader black series
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 Published On Aug 8, 2021

Well it's been a long road with ups & downs but overall i am STOKED how good this came out, but what do you guys think?

Did I conquer the empire or was there something i should have done different?

Let me know by leaving me a comment and letting me know what you thought of my build!

Below is the video index for specific parts or the build, I've also listed all of the components and materials i used in this build below the index

Thank you for your ongoing support and love to the channel, only better things to come in the future! any questions or anything left out just ask and ya know ill respond!

That's it for now, until next time.....DW out!

Video index
Intro to the build and my approach 00:40
Paint scheme for vader enamel vs lacquer paint 01:35
Painting & obstacles faced 03:50
Why I wetsanded vader & inspection 05:00
My wetsanding process & inspection post wet sand 06:15
Quick wetsand tutorial and orange peel explained 07:00
Buffing & polishing tips 9:12
Eye lense install 11:04
Painting top head crevices and clean up 12:04
Post polish inspection + breather install tips 13:25
Lights and sounds on vader 14:00
How to install leds & breathing sound install explained 14:20
Wiring diagram 16:36
Wet sanding of the dome & inspection 19:30
Early peek at vader 20:32
Closing thoughts and a big thank you! 20:57
Final shots of vader 23:15

If you have questions on any methods or products just drop me a line or leave me a comment, here are the recommended products for this build!

Recomended hvlp kit (primer, base, clear 3 gun kit) plus water separator
https://amzn.to/3xwDMJG
https://amzn.to/3jzf5Hx

Duplicolor jet black & gloss clear
https://amzn.to/3fK1V9E
https://amzn.to/3jzxT9G

Tac cloth (removes dust between coats)
https://amzn.to/3fGj3NG

Recommended wet sanding pads
3000 & 5000 grit pads
https://amzn.to/3AoHR4x
https://amzn.to/2VtkcBl

Drill buffing/polishing kits (various listed)
https://amzn.to/3CDoUgD
https://amzn.to/3ivY169
https://amzn.to/3xwHp2n

Compounds and polishes (GYEON & meguiars i use both)
compounds
https://amzn.to/2U0r2xe
https://amzn.to/3CtLDLS

polishes
https://amzn.to/2X3zf4V
https://amzn.to/3fK3pke

Visor shield for eyes
https://amzn.to/3xwHGCr

Glue sticks for holding grille, eyes etc in place
https://amzn.to/3seLsQ0

Leds & battery pack options
https://amzn.to/3jA9K2N
https://amzn.to/3iuNx6U
https://amzn.to/2X9Tuy0

Audio playback module
https://amzn.to/2XcZgPz

Wireless remote turn on/off
https://amzn.to/2U0zNay

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